Deputy Village Manager

Village of Hanover Park, IL

$140K — $160K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Relations/Affairs, Business Administration, or related field
  • 10 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government administration
  • Strong skills in cross-departmental collaboration and communication
  • Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and human resources
  • Valid Illinois driver's license in good standing

Responsibilities

  • Lead and collaborate with various municipal departments
  • Manage complex projects that impact the community
  • Communicate effectively with the public and elected officials
  • Oversee budgetary planning and financial management
  • Engage in community outreach and relations
  • Support long-term strategic planning initiatives
  • Direct special projects related to village operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including vacation and sick leave
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
  • Holidays off
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive work environment within an executive leadership team
Full Job Description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Village Hall - 2121 Lake Street, Hanover Park, IL 60133, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Administration
Division: Village Manager/Administration
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/9/2026 10:00 PM Central

JOB SUMMARY

ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY RANGE:
$140,000 - $160,000 DOQ/E

FULL SALARY RANGE:
$138,360 - $200,622

The Village of Hanover Park is seeking an accomplished and collaborative Deputy Village Manager to join its executive leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced municipal professional who enjoys working across departments, tackling complex projects, communicating with the community, supporting elected officials, and helping shape the future of an organization.

With responsibilities spanning administration, communications, strategic planning, budgeting, human resources, information technology, labor relations, special projects, and community engagement, the Deputy Village Manager will play an integral role in the day-to-day operations and long-term success of the Village.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Completion of a master's degree in Public Administration, Public Relations/Affairs, Business Administration, or a related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government administration and public relations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess and maintain in good standing a valid Illinois driver's license.

HOW TO APPLY:
The Village Of Hanover Park offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick time as well as medical, dental and life insurance.

Click for detailed overview of our Management Group A benefit package.

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